As rapidly as the profession is changing, appraisers today need to prepare
for the future. But it's tough to keep up on your own. With the Appraisal
Institute, your membership opens the door for you to share in the collective
wisdom and experience of 25,000 members who are working together to
build a stronger future for the profession.
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Trainee Associate Membership is for those who hold an appraiser trainee license or equivalent from a governmental regulatory agency.
Associate Membership is for those who perform work identified by the Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (such as USPAP or IVS) and those with an interest in pursuing the prestigious MAI or SRA designation.
Affiliate Membership is for professionals in allied industries and college students who do not perform work identified by the standards of professional practice, yet share in the interests and concerns of the appraisal profession.
Membership dues are paid annually and may vary by the location/chapter and the type of membership. Select the membership of interest and enter your zip code to determine your local chapter. Your membership dues will be displayed on the application you generate.
Learn firsthand from Appraisal Institute members about all the benefits of membership.
• Discounts up to 28 percent on the highest quality education available, with instruction by highly skilled faculty.
• Savings of 20 percent on all new books from the world’s largest publisher of appraisal literature—the Appraisal Institute.
• Free subscriptions to The Appraisal Journal and Valuation.
• Premier research services at no charge through the Lum Library (value up to $25 per search).
• Free guidance on professional practice issues through the Appraisal Institute’s Ethics & Counseling Hotline.
• Group plans available for professional liability (E&O) insurance, term life, disability, dental, professional overhead expense coverage.
